***apologies for cross posting***
Introduction to Journal Production Technology, London, May 3
Tutors: Edward Wates, Blackwell Publishing, Mark Edwards, Print and
Publishing Consultant
Prgramme:
* Manuscript submission systems - overview
* File delivery protocols such as FTP
* Common typesetting systems
* XML/SGML and DTDs
* Preflighting software - what is it and who should do it?
* Common problems with PDFs
* Best practice - housekeeping; file naming; directory structures
* Standard image formats and their uses; resolutions for various
applications
* Delegate clinic for discussion of production related problems
(delegates will be encouraged to submit questions in advance)
Learning Objectives - by the end of the course delegates will be able to:
Understand the types of manuscript submission and typesetting systems
available; comprehend the basics of XML/SGML and DTDs; recognise the
benefits of preflighting software, be aware of common problems with PDFs;
and be aware of best practice for general housekeeping of electronic files.
Who should attend? This course will help people with between 1 and 3 years'
experience in a technical or non-technical role, who wish to improve their
knowledge of technology used within production workflows.
For further information and an online booking form:
http://www.alpsp.org/training/0605JPT.htm
-------------------------------Outsourcing Journals Production, London, July
4
Tutors: John Strange: Blackwell Publishing, Sharon Toop, Institute of
Physics Publishing
Programme
.Outsourcing: Working offshore:
. What is it? .Key drivers
. Trends .What can be offshored?
. Critical success factors .Benefits
.Clear definition of requirements
Vendor selection: .Managing mindset change
. Key criteria .Trends
. Process to be followed
. Realistic goals
Learning Objectives - by the end of the course delegates will be able to:
Identify potential for outsourcing production aspects of their own journals;
understand the potential benefits of outsourcing and how to measure them;
apply the principles of the supplier identification and selection process;
spot common pitfalls; manage supplier relationships successfully; understand
current trends in domestic and offshore outsourcing.
Who should attend? This course will help anyone involved in the purchasing
of journals production - either pre-press or manufacturing - including
Production Directors, Production Managers, Production Editors and Editorial
Managers.
For further information and an online booking form:
http://www.alpsp.org/training/0607OJP.htm
Amanda Whiting, Training Coordinator, www.alpsp-training.org
<http://www.alpsp-training.org/>
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